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LAND AND RIVER CRUISE

EUROPEAN GEMS

2026

River Cruise

European Gems

European Gems

Sail through Europe's waterways with Travelmarvel. Your tour begins with three indulgent nights in Paris and concludes with an exploration of Budapest. In between, cruise the tranquil waters of the Rhine, Main and Danube rivers from Amsterdam.

18 day River Cruise

Itinerary

18 days / 17 night River Cruise

Day 1

Arrive Paris

Day 2

Paris

Day 3

Paris

Enhance Your Journey

Day 4

Paris, Amsterdam, Embark Ship

Day 5

Amsterdam, Utrecht

Day 6

Cologne, Brühl

Insider Experiences

Day 7

Rhine Gorge, Rüdesheim

Day 8

Miltenberg

Insider Experiences

Day 9

Würzburg

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Day 10

Bamberg

Day 11

Nuremberg

Day 12

Regensburg

Insider Experiences

Day 13

Passau, Linz

Enhance Your Journey

Day 14

Melk, Dürnstein

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Day 15

Vienna

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Day 16

Vienna

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Day 17

Budapest

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Day 18

Disembark Ship, Depart Budapest

Cruise
Coach/Vehicle

Trip Inclusions

Discover the inclusions provided on your tour, ensuring a stress-free journey where every detail is taken care of.

14 nights cruising on a Travelmarvel river ship
Three nights immersed in Paris
Services of a Travelmarvel Cruise Director, Tour Director and local guides
44 meals - 17 breakfasts, 13 lunches and 14 dinners
Onboard water stations, plus tea and coffee, soft drinks, beer and local wine during lunch and dinner on your cruise
Transfers, port charges and tipping
Explore 16 towns, villages and cities
Step back in time during a visit to the World Heritage-listed Augustusburg Castle

Tour Highlights

These are carefully crafted experiences designed to take your holiday from amazing to extraordinary.

Augustusburg Palace

Explore the former residence of Archbishop-Elector Clemens August, the World Heritage-listed Augustusburg Palace in Brühl. Listen to enthralling stories and enjoy a walk through the stunning landscaped parks and gardens between the palace and the lodge.

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Miltenburg Culinary Tour

Gain a glimpse into local life in Miltenberg as you embark on a culinary walking tour. Sample regional specialties at a local butcher and baker before finishing with a tasting at a local distillery.

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Bavarian Evening on Board

Enjoy an authentic Bavarian experience on board as you sample local beer and snacks, accompanied by traditional folk music, song and dance. 

What's On Board

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Cruise Aboard Travelmarvel's State-of-the-art River Ships

Travelmarvel’s latest fleet of European river ships shines bright. Named after the most luminous stars in European skies, every inch of these contemporary vessels has been custom-designed for your enjoyment.

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Trip Extensions

More days means more to discover, with extension packages you can add before or after your cruise. Enjoy additional days to explore your embarkation or disembarkation city, or see a new destination altogether with a choice of exciting cities.

What our customers are saying

What a great way to see some amazing scenery, learn some incredible history and walk in the steps of ancients. I would recommend this cruise and this company to everyone i speak to.

The food was outstanding, the rooms very comfortable - everything was wonderful. There were great sight seeing trips and the guides were very knowledgeable.

EUTC15

First cruise of the season. Awesome food, friendly staff. All the tours were well organised and went without a hitch.

EUTC15

Thank you for making our first European trip so memorable. We will treasure our memories.

EUTC15

Weather was glorious, food was like Masterchef every night and the crew were very friendly and welcoming.

EUTC15

Lots to do or relax when you wanted to, fabulous food, extremely comfy rooms and especially beds and to top it all off the crew and the cruise director were all top class.

European Gems cruise

The tours and tour guides top of the line and so knowledgeable. The hot drink when we arrived back onboard was most welcome. Our cabin was comfortable and plenty of room to store everything.

Europe Cruise

Everyone involved - from the nautical crew to Cruise Director, were exceptional and the food was excellent and so much of it. Everything was well organised from the excursions to quiz nights and I would recommend this cruise to anyone who is looking for something amazing.

European Gems cruise

Frequently Asked Questions

Trip Notes

  • Itinerary, inclusions and pricing are subject to change 

  • Prices are for land/cruise only. Flights are not included unless specified 

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